Skip to main content Petromax Abbot of Monte Cassino. 1 Baillet Hagiographer cited as a source. 1 A. Stols Author of the hagiographical work cited as a source. 1 Guy Alexis Lobineau Breton hagiographer, author of the Lives of the Saints of Brittany. 1 Mgr Jager Author of the History of the Catholic Church in France. 1 Aleth of Montbard Mother of Saint Bernard, renowned for her piety. 1 Benedict of Aniane Reformer of the Benedictine Rule whose precepts were followed by Berno. 1 Egbert Archbishop of York and first teacher of Alcuin. 1 Jean-Baptiste-Modeste Godeau Hagiographer and source of the text. 1 Guy of Beauvais Bishop of Beauvais who oversaw the translation of relics. 1 Mauriquez Annalist of the Cistercian Order (Angel Manrique). 1 Herman Crombrach Jesuit who published the revelations concerning Saint Ursula. 1 Aula Wife of Saint Firmin and mother of Saint Aule. 1 Foulques of Neuilly Famous preacher associated with Eustace. 1 Godescale Abbot of Afflighem. 1 Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban Marshal of France whose fortification works led to the destruction of the saint's chapel. 1 Hugh I Figure who transferred the relics in the 11th century. 1 Payen Noble from the Beauvaisis who accompanied Mathieu to the East. 1 Stilicho Roman general mentioned as having pushed the Vandals. 1 Basil I the Macedonian Byzantine emperor under whose reign the monastery of Peristera was completed. 1 Henri de Bourbon Prince who went on a pilgrimage to Sainte-Solange in 1637. 1 Bertulphe of Trier Bishop who attended the consecration of John. 1 Inguérand Bishop who oversaw the translation of relics in the 10th century. 1 Judicaël Count of Nantes in the 10th century. 1 Lucretius of Braga Bishop who described Thuribius as a notary of the Holy See a century later. 1 Odo of Beauvais Bishop who attended the consecration of John. 1 Alban Stols Author of the cited biographical source. 1 Boson Pagan governor converted by Saint Loup. 1 Basil II Byzantine emperor associated with the Menologion. 1 Erebzoré Bishop of Châlons-sur-Marne in the 9th century. 1 Torquato Tasso Italian poet whose verses were recited by Crispino regarding the Virgin. 1 Marie Laroche Biological mother of Saint Germaine. 1 Raynaud Count of Nantes who fought the Bretons in 843. 1 Henry V of England King of England who died of the 'Saint-Fiacre disease' after pillaging his monastery. 1 Augustus Roman emperor at the time of the birth of Christ. 1 Joseph Mullooly Dominican prior who directed the excavations of the basilica in the 19th century. 1 Ausbert Relative and model of Saint Benignus. 1 Godon Predecessor of Chlodulf on the see of Metz. 1 Pierre-François-Xavier de Ram Hagiographer and author of a life of Bernard of Offida. 1 John Casimir of Poland Polish prince to whom Joseph predicted his reign. 1 Ultrogotha Wife of Childebert I. 1 Abbé Faillon Author of a work defending the authenticity of the apostolate of Lazarus in Provence. 1 Agnes of Poitiers First abbess of the monastery of Sainte-Croix. 1 Azariah High priest and descendant of Zadok during the reign of Hezekiah. 1 Chiarello Father of Saint Clare of Rimini. 1 Gaudiana Mother of Saint Clare of Rimini. 1 Jan Hus Reformer whose heresy was predicted by the saint. 1 M. Gossin Parisian magistrate and founder of the Association of Saint-François Régis. 1 Saint Monica Mother of Saint Augustine, cited for her request for prayers on her deathbed. 1 Élie de Bourdeille Bishop of Périgueux who conducted the exhumation of the saint in the 15th century. 1 Leo II of Mantenay Abbot of Mantenay who baptized Maure. 1 Canon Campi Author of an 18th-century biography of Saint Conrad. 1 Du Saussaye Hagiographer cited as a source. 1 Galeazzo Visconti Duke of Milan seeking to conquer Pisa. 1 Attalus A soldier sent to attempt to seduce Venantius through ruse. 1 Berthilde Wife of Werfaire, benefactress of the saint. 1 Étienne-Michel Faillon Historian and author cited as a source. 1 Apollonius of Tyana Famous magician who confronted John in Ephesus. 1 Baldwin the Old Count of Flanders, contemporary of the saint. 1 Heremar Noble donor of the land of Wormhoudt. 1 Jean-Baptiste Goschler French translator of the dictionary of Catholic theology. 1 Father Grivelli Jesuit and confessor who examined the saint. 1 Smercher II Predecessor of Eric on the throne of Sweden. 1 Pietro Candiano Predecessor of Pietro Orseolo as Doge. 1 Jean de Launoy Seventeenth-century theologian who challenged the apostolic origin of the Gallican churches. 1 Hezek Lord who built the oratory of Bar-le-Duc for the relics. 1 Father Marchèse Author and translator of the Année dominicaine. 1 Arigius Bishop responsible for the education of Attalus. 1 Eudes Duke of Gascony, potential relative of the saint. 1 Odrade Mother of Saint Aderald. 1 Walon Father of Saint Aderald. 1 Juliana A Christian converted by the example of Barbara and martyred with her. 1 François-Xavier de Feller Author cited for his analysis of the ascetic theology of Macarius. 1 Bardesanes Syrian heretic whose errors were contested by Ephrem. 1 Speciosus A companion in the priesthood of Saint Gregory and a witness to the events. 1 Geric Former comrade-in-arms of Arnoul, converted by him. 1 Jean-Baptiste Badiu Priest of the Diocese of Grenoble sentenced to death in 1794. 1 Johannes Trithemius Author cited for his definition of the office of abbot. 1 Dajoc Abbot of Rhuys who transferred the relics to Berry. 1 Grimald Lord of Landivy. 1 Edward II King of England and Duke of Aquitaine, benefactor of the abbey. 1 Father Carles Priest from Toulouse who provided local notes. 1 Tarquin Perpenna Prefect of Rome who imprisoned Sylvester. 1 Judah Brother of Joseph who proposes selling him rather than killing him. 1 Mgr Gignoux Bishop of Beauvais, Noyon and Senlis in the 19th century. 1 Saint Adelaide Empress, wife of Otto I and close associate of Majolus. 1 Magnebert Traveling companion of Saint Voué. 1 Gonzalo de Yepes Father of Saint John of the Cross. 1 Marguerite d'Este Daughter of the Marquis of Ferrara and childhood companion of Catherine. 1 Catillius Pagan king of Galicia and father of the saint. 1 Jean VII Léguisé Bishop of Troyes who authenticated the relics in 1441. 1 Vicomte de Melun Biographer of Sister Rosalie. 1 Nicholas of Cusa Scholar and theologian mentioned in an academic note related to the text. 1 Samson of Mauvoisin Archbishop of Reims who presided over the consecration of the church. 1 Mgr de Chamuff Bishop of Saint-Claude who authorized the cult in 1839. 1 Warmann 16th-century monk and biographer of Saint Pirmin. 1 Hortarius Squire to the proconsul in charge of the execution of Valeria. 1 Dionet King of Cornwall and father of Saint Ursula. 1 Abbé Rolland Ecclesiastic from Tours who provided information on the saint in the 19th century. 1 Adelaide of Aquitaine Wife of Hugh Capet, translator of relics at Senlis. 1 Daniel Papebroch Jesuit hagiographer who studied the life of Saint Urban. 1 M. de La Luzerne Individual who authorized the transfer of relics in 1791. 1 Madame de Narbonne Last abbess of Origny, who died in prison during the Revolution. 1 Honorée de Vezzy Mother of Sybilline de Pavie. 1 Humbert Biscossi Father of Sybillina of Pavia. 1 Alexandre Dupré Librarian of Blois and author of hagiographic notices. 1 Flaccitheus King of the Rugians, to whom Severinus pleaded for the captives. 1 Aubertus A general from Sens healed of blindness by the saint's blood. 1 Mgr George Bishop of Périgueux who initiated the renewal in 1853. 1 Sigefroy Husband of Saint Berthe, cousin of Clovis II. 1 Sigisbert King of East Anglia converted by Fursa. 1 Félicie Tonia Governess of Jeanne Soderini. 1 Gregory Nephew of Frederick, son of Hermann. 1 Adrien de Croï Governor of Flanders who carried away the relics. 1 Abbé Blampignon Co-author of the life of Saint Germaine. 1 Aegidius Roman count who restored tranquility to the Gauls. 1 M. Defoy Co-author of the life of Saint Germaine. 1 Amelius Predecessor of Leontius to the see of Bordeaux. 1 Guarin I Count of Mâcon mentioned in a property dispute. 1 Marc-Antoine Colonna Commander of the papal galleys at Lepanto. 1 Selim II Ottoman Sultan, adversary of the Holy League. 1 Ishmael Son of Abraham and Hagar, ancestor of the Arabs. 1 Pierre le Chiche African banker converted to charity by a vision. 1 Vander-Burg Archbishop of Cambrai in the 17th century. 1 Gedesmaet Author or hagiographer whose continuators are cited as a source. 1 Jacques Garnier Priest of the Diocese of Langres, deported to French Guiana. 1 Luke Evangelist cited in the introduction. 1 Thomas Van-Hersereych Belgian Oratorian priest, died of the plague in exile. 1 Fra Lorenzo Brancati de Lauria Cardinal and friend of Joseph, witness to his virtues. 1 Francesco Sforza Last Duke of Milan, spiritual son of Angela. 1 J. Veilliat Author of 'Pieuses légendes du Berry', source of the text. 1 Mintuce Altar boy with a melodious voice healed by Marcellus. 1 Pierre de Limoges Father General of the Order who transferred the relics. 1 Florbert Abbot of the monastery of Ghent and disciple of Saint Amand. 1 Garichramme Successor of Adelphus as head of the monastery. 1 Louis XVIII King of France whose funeral oration was delivered by Rauzan. 1 Helvide of Dampierre Wife of Jean de Montmirail. 1 Abbé Derbimbes Canon of Cambrai and translator of the text. 1 Abbé Destombas Translator of the Acta Sanctorum Belgii. 1 Chamard Co-author or contributor to the cited hagiographic sources. 1 The Parish Priest of Vitel Author of the biographical source. 1 Nicolas l'Oiseleur Treacherous priest who spied on Joan in prison. 1 R. P. Duc Author of a work on the saints of Anjou. 1 Cardinal Gousset Archbishop of Reims who presided over the translation of 1823. 1 Mommol General (patrician) in the service of King Guntram. 1 Jobert Prior of Saint-Étienne de Montmirail, initiator of the conversion of Jean. 1 Carlo Passaglia Jesuit theologian whose work served as the basis for the definition bull. 1 Louis IX King of France who visited Cadouin before his final crusade. 1 Jacques Sy First Chinese priest to enter Korea. 1 Cardinal de Gesvres Archbishop of Bourges who ordered the translation of the relics in 1698. 1 Otreius of Melitene Bishop of Melitene who baptized and trained Euthymius. 1 Theolene Noblewoman who decorated the tomb of Evroul. 1 Wacher Wealthy host of Fridolin near Seckingen. 1 Meurisse Suffragan bishop and historian of Metz. 1 Laurent Cousin Father of Saint Germaine. 1 Pontius Deacon and biographer of Saint Cyprian. 1 Nicolas Appleine Person who died in the odor of sanctity, buried in Prémery. 1 Orestes Imperial prefect of Alexandria in conflict with Cyril. 1 Saladin Ayyubid sultan who captured the True Cross at the Battle of Hattin. 1 Vulgude Disobedient nun struck with blindness by the saint. 1 Mgr de la Tour-d'Auvergne-Lauraguy Bishop who recognized the authenticity of the relics. 1 Vincent Maria Strambi Biographer of the saint and member of the order. 1 Reginbaud Count of Swabia and maternal grandfather of the saint. 1 Louis Veuillot Writer and biographer of Saint Germaine. 1 Herodias Wife of Herod Antipas in the account of the martyrdom of John the Baptist. 1 Abbé Noël Priest of the Diocese of Metz who provided supplementary notes. 1 Skanderbeg Albanian lord who fought against the Turks. 1 A. Dupré Author of the work 'Saints de Blois'. 1 Gandaltrude Mother of Saint Agricol, of Gaulish origin. 1 Guigues Prior of the Grande Chartreuse who compelled Stephen to accept the episcopate. 1 Joan of Naples Queen of Naples with whom Catherine corresponded to bring her back to the Church. 1 Father Gtry Author whose account served as the basis for the biography. 1 Baroness de Brissay Benefactress who accompanied Colette to the Pope. 1 Enoch Brother of Ange and author of his biography. 1 Marie Admirat Benefactress who repurchased the chapel after the Revolution. 1 Abbé Delbos Author of a modern life of Saint Aldegonde. 1 Bessonie Huguenot captain who attempted to destroy the relics. 1 Pierre-Vigile de Thunn Bishop of Trent who confirmed the saint. 1 Radebert Father of Saint Rambert and provincial governor. 1 Philip IV of Spain King of Spain mentioned for the historical context of the war with Portugal. 1 Constantius Roman emperor associated with the Arian heresy. 1 Ermenric Father of Saint Ermenfrid. 1 Geoffrey the Fat Monk of Tiron and biographer of Saint Bernard. 1 Agon Abbot of the monastery of Sainte-Colombe in the 7th century. 1 Ingaud Deaf and mute child healed and baptized by Salve. 1 Denis Frayssinous French prelate and writer who cites Salvian. 1 Bénédicte Mancini Mother of the saint. 1 François Giuliani Father of the saint. 1 Palestrina Famous composer and disciple of Philip Neri. 1 Gaspard de Coligny Grand Admiral of France who besieged Douai in 1556. 1 Adhémar de Grignan Leader of the Dauphinois crusaders who distinguished himself at Antioch. 1 Abbé Bousquet Canon of Rodez and author of the notice. 1 Aedesius Father of Margaret, idolatrous priest. 1 Pierre de Sabatier Bishop of Amiens who authenticated the relics in 1715. 1 François de Salignac de La Mothe-Fénelon French prelate and writer who commented on the style of Jerome. 1 Hoël III Breton prince and persecutor of the saint. 1 Ursanne Mother of Saint Bertha, daughter of the King of Kent. 1 Frederick II of Austria Military adversary of Béla IV mentioned in a prophecy. 1 Agathée Count of Nantes and Rennes, witness to a miracle of the multiplication of wine. 1 Avitus Western Roman Emperor and father-in-law of Sidonius. 1 Potiphar's wife Accuser of Joseph after his refusal to yield to temptation. 1 Odeline de Laval Daughter of Guy II and a nun at the new cloister. 1 Setim Pasha of Algiers who ordered the torture of Raymond. 1 Gralion King of Brittany mentioned in a historical context. 1 Louis-François-Désiré-Édouard Pie Bishop of Poitiers who delivered the eulogy for the saint in 1858. 1 Mgr Depéry Author of the Hagiological History of the Diocese of Gap. 1 Onesimus II Predecessor of Saint Edibius to the see of Soissons. 1 Tamagu-Salazar Author of the Martyrology of the Saints of Spain. 1 Tarchi Author of an extensive biography of the saint published in 1731. 1 Confucius Chinese philosopher whose doctrine is opposed to Christianity by the mandarin. 1 Antoine-François Vezzosi Theatine who edited the complete works of Tommasi. 1 Vincent of Beauvais Thirteenth-century author who attested to the saint's miracles. 1 Polycarp Leyser the Elder Danish Lutheran theologian, opponent of Laurent. 1 Petronius Immediate successor of Saint Pachomius. 1 Nicholas Wiseman Cardinal and author from whom the saint's biography is drawn. 1 Séguin-des-Hons Bishop who confirmed the authenticity of the relics in 1840. 1 Dino Parent of Claire in Rimini. 1 Hugues de Châteaudun Archbishop who dedicated the basilica in 1014. 1 Marie of Orléans Daughter of Louis-Philippe, sculptor of several statues of Joan of Arc. 1 John Dominic Archbishop of Ragusa, reformer of the Dominican Order encouraged by Clare. 1 Flavart Disciple and spiritual son of Saint Serenicus. 1 Merodach-Baladan King of Babylon who sent an embassy to Hezekiah. 1 Dominique de Salazar Dominican friar who attempts to recruit Gregory into his order. 1 Pedro Carrillo d'Avila Spanish captain who helped Gregory settle in the Amajac Valley. 1 Carles du Calvaire Religious of Toulouse who provided local notes on the saint. 1 Lampert Zula Predecessor of Stanislaus to the see of Krakow. 1 Isabella of Portugal Princess who made a pilgrimage to Rue in 1440. 1 Jean Savaron Historian cited as a source. 1 Bruno of Cologne Archbishop of Cologne and Duke of Lorraine, he elected Gerard at Toul. 1 Abbé Corbitet Author of the Hagiography of the Diocese of Amiens. 1 Alfonso II of Asturias King of Galicia who facilitated the transfer of the episcopal see to Compostela. 1 Augustin Cavalozzi Author of a biography of Rita in Italian. 1 Agladius A young lawyer who attempted to seduce or abduct Justine. 1 Auxilius Pagan priest of Jupiter and Mercury in Amiens who accused Firmin. 1 Thermutis Daughter of Pharaoh who saved Moses from the waters. 1 John Palaiologos Byzantine Emperor who abjured the schism before Urban V. 1 Agnès de Laval Daughter of Guy II and a nun at the new cloister. 1 Magneric Bishop of Trier who expressed his esteem for Theodore. 1 Thomas-Marie-Joseph Gousset Cardinal-Archbishop of Reims who restored the pilgrimage in the 19th century. 1 Cardinal Macchi Dean of the Sacred College who presented the final petition to the Pope. 1 Tanchelm Lay heresiarch opposed by Norbert in Antwerp. 1 Abbé Caillet Author or source of the biography. 1 Ventura Perini Cleric who succeeded in piercing the walls of the house after the architect's failure. 1 Dubthach Irish lord and father of Saint Brigid. 1 Galla Placidia Empress, mother of Valentinian III, who honored Germanus. 1 Cardumas Messenger between Amand and Paulinus. 1 Ella King of Scotland and Northumberland, father of the saints. 1 Bartolomé Esteban Murillo Spanish painter who depicted the apotheosis of Saint Philip. 1 Cardinal Matthieu Archbishop of Besançon who authenticated the relics in 1852. 1 Philip the Bold King of France present at the 1272 translation. 1 Platonia Deaconess and founder of the community of Nisibis. 1 Ponce Bishop of Avignon at the time of Bénézet's arrival. 1 Firmus Father of Saint Firmin, senator of Pamplona. 1 William of Orange Leader of the Dutch Revolt, he attempted to intercede on behalf of the martyrs. 1 Joseph Fouché Representative of the people who ordered the stripping of churches in the Nièvre in 1793. 1 Léonard Latini Father of Bernard of Corleone. 1 John Frederick of Brunswick-Lüneburg Lutheran prince who converted to Catholicism after witnessing Joseph in ecstasy. 1 Adalgise Third abbess of the monastery of Saint-Menou. 1 Dom Gerbert Author of a treatise on sacred music. 1 M. Desrotours Man who saved the saint's body from desecration in 1793. 1 Simon the Tanner Host of Saint Peter in Joppa. 1 Victor Pelletier Author of the work on the bishops of Orléans used as a source. 1 Aregius Bishop who accompanied King Wamba and ordained Giles as a priest. 1 Cyril of Scythopolis Monk and primary biographer of Saint Euthymius. 1 Jean III de Castropercio Abbot of the monastery of Caunes in 1304. 1 Louis-Anne Nogret de Regnauld de Bellescize Bishop of Chartres who donated a relic in 1856. 1 Clement of Alexandria Church Father cited as a historical source. 1 Defer Author or local historian cited as a source. 1 Fulgentius Subdeacon who witnessed the healing of a blind man. 1 Usnard Medieval hagiographer, author of a martyrology. 1 Jean Bertrand Cardinal and legate who attested to the miracle of the crucifix. 1 Ethereus Father of Saint Patroclus. 1 Vortigern British tyrant who opposed Germanus. 1 Lilla A faithful thegn who sacrificed himself to save Edwin from an assassin. 1 Transirique Blind woman healed by Saint Godebertha. 1 Mgr de Pons Bishop of Moulins who authenticated the relics in 1841. 1 Wernhirt Wife of Salomon. 1 Auriana Daughter of the founders of the monastery of Honnecourt. 1 Dionysius the Carthusian Author or spiritual source cited at the beginning of the text. 1 Vestiane Nun of the monastery of Macrina. 1 Chrétien of Amiens Bishop of Amiens who consecrated Saint Ulphe. 1 Floribanne Wife of Saint Hubert. 1 Honoratus II Abbot of Lérins during John's stay. 1 Constitut Metropolitan of Sens present at the Council of Orléans. 1 Coroticus British chieftain denounced by Patrick for his slave-raiding. 1 Harco Predecessor of Pasquaire to the see of Nantes. 1 Achacius Soldier sent in search of Placidus. 1 François Faure Bishop of Amiens who verified the relics in 1660. 1 Pierre de Mirepoix Heretic who displayed great cruelty toward bodies. 1 Marquis du Bois-Février Founder of a perpetual lamp before a copy of the statue. 1 Ragnégialle Bishop of Troyes who translated the relics. 1 Simon of Noyon Bishop who purified the church of Saint-Donatien. 1 Jean II de Montmirail Eldest son of Jean, who violently opposed his religious life. 1 Leubaredus Archdeacon of Valence and witness to the final vision. 1 Pethuel Father of the prophet Joel. 1 Vital of Averse Captain of the imperial army who besieged Assisi. 1 John Milton English poet whose Paradise Lost is compared to the work of Avitus. 1 Einhard Biographer of Charlemagne and superior to Ansegis for royal buildings. 1 Henri-Marie Boudon Archdeacon of Évreux and author of a life of the saint. 1 Marie Casabolite Recipient of a letter from Saint Ignatius. 1 Godoscard Hagiographer cited as a source reference. 1 Alphonse II of Aragon King of Aragon who transferred the saint's head to Zaragoza. 1 Guermond of Picquigny Local lord and adversary of Geoffroy. 1 Henri de Belsunce Bishop of Marseille in the 18th century, defender of local traditions. 1 Jean-Baptiste Pitra Cardinal and archaeologist who defended the authenticity of the Acts of Abercius. 1 Odo de Gissey Author and witness cited regarding the state of the relics. 1 Jeconiah King of Judah taken into captivity. 1 Fabié Godard Author of the work on the saints of Haute-Marne. 1 Irma Lubincan Author of the source work on the saints of Brittany. 1 Julie Mistress and spiritual guide to Euphrasia at the monastery. 1 Ægidius Albornoz Cardinal responsible for the pacification of the Papal States. 1 Mathias Hovius Archbishop of Mechelen who renewed the publication of the bull in 1611. 1 Pierre André Bishop of Cambrai who published the bull of indulgences. 1 Mme d'Harcourt Abbess of Soissons who testified to a miracle of the crossillon. 1 Alphonse King of Spain and recipient of a letter concerning the apostles. 1 Thomas Malvenda Historian cited as a source for miracles. 1 Hugh II of Bâgé Local lord in a territorial conflict with Bishop Gerard. 1 Jeremiah Biblical prophet cited for his sanctification before birth. 1 Racalfe Count of Mâcon who usurped ecclesiastical property. 1 Vaître Duke of Aquitaine who punished the saint's murderers. 1 Abbé Doutombos Author of the biographical source. 1 Rémy Ceillier Benedictine and Church historian, source of the text. 1 Croizier Rector of Saint-Patern in 1791. 1 Cyprian of Herrera Biographer of the saint. 1 Edusius Father of Justina, a priest of idols who converted to Christianity. 1 Abgar Name of the kings of Edessa, one of whom is said to have corresponded with Jesus Christ. 1 Frideburge Betrothed of King Sigebert, healed of demonic possession by Saint Gall. 1 Catherine de' Medici Queen of France, mentioned for her religious policy. 1 Leudovalde of Bayeux Bishop who imposed an interdict on Rouen following the murder. 1 Theobald I of Blois Count who had the fort of Marchenoir built in the 10th century. 1 Abbé Pêcheur Author of the Annales du diocèse de Soissons. 1 Dom Paul Piello Author of the History of the Church of Le Mans. 1 Eugène Viollet-le-Duc French architect and author who studied the furniture of Noyon. 1 Tycho Brahe Famous astronomer, advisor to Emperor Rudolf II. 1 Zégrard Adversary defeated by King Stephen. 1 Marculf Reader to Austregisilus and future abbot, possible author of the Formulae. 1 Henri Conguet Canon of Soissons and source of the notice. 1 Childeric I King of the Franks whose conquests threatened the region of Verdun. 1 Isabella of Spain Infanta who distributed the saint's relics. 1 Louise de la Miséricorde Former favorite of Louis XIV who became a Carmelite nun. 1 Mgr Darboy Archbishop of Paris and author of the source text. 1 Enguerrand de Boves Count of Amiens who restored the Abbey of Saint-Fuscien. 1 Sabin Abbot of Ainay and spiritual master of Romain. 1 Thérèse de Tavera Mother of Saint Anthony, of Spanish nobility. 1 Fisquet Author of the work 'La France Pontificale', cited as a source. 1 Victor IV (Antipope) Antipope whose deposition was addressed at the Council of Tours. 1 Count of Mansfeld Military commander who pillaged Hohenbourg in 1622. 1 John II, Duke of Brabant Duke of Brabant during whose reign the saint is said to have died. 1 M. Forcade Source or contributor of the biographical text. 1 M. Veillat Author of the cited hagiographical source. 1 Prince Radziwiłł Catholic protector who invited the Jesuits to Pinsk. 1 Abbé Boudant Parish priest of Chantelle and author of the saint's legend. 1 Antoine Favre Jurisconsult and intimate friend of the saint. 1 Reuben Eldest brother of Joseph who attempts to save him. 1 Vida Christian poet who composed hymns for the saint. 1 Henri d'Avaugour Archbishop of Bourges who ordered a visitation of relics in 1439. 1 Theodulf of Orléans Bishop of Orléans, member of the Academy, and opponent during an asylum conflict. 1 John the Spaniard Religious figure tasked with drafting the statutes for Carthusian nuns. 1 Eberhard of Strasbourg Provost of Strasbourg, founder of the regular convent of Einsiedeln. 1 Aymard Local lord who supported the election of Gautier as abbot. 1 Rudolf I Emperor of Germany in 1287. 1 Creirvie Sister of Saint Guénolé, miraculously healed by him. 1 Raoul Fresburn English Carmelite religious, founder of hermitages. 1 Abbé Anber Author of the source work on the history of Poitou. 1 Alexander of Antioch Inhabitant of Antioch who persecuted Thecla after her refusal. 1 Judas Iscariot Biblical figure cited as an example of the defeat of evil. 1 Marie Suarez Wife of Alphonse Rodriguez. 1 Mgr Champion de Cicé Archbishop of Aix who supported the Work. 1 Moretto da Brescia Famous painter who created the portrait of the saint. 1 Rigobert Father of Saint Berthe and officer under Clovis II. 1 Salome Daughter of Herodias associated with the request for the beheading of John the Baptist. 1 Eréléus King of Ireland and father of Saint Maudez. 1 Saint Pient Bishop of Poitiers in the 6th century. 1 Aprunculus Successor of Sidonius Apollinaris to the see of Clermont. 1 Swaradin Anglo-Saxon prince, husband of Emma. 1 A. Stoiz Author of the biography used as a source. 1 Nicolas Grillon Inhabitant of Talloires who saved the relics during the French Revolution. 1 Salane Abbot of the monastery of Genouillac. 1 Egilbert Disciple and first biographer of Saint Ermenfroi. 1 Armentarius Count and judge in Lyon in conflict with Nicetius. 1 Arbaldo Judge who observed the captives in prison. 1 Leo of Novara Successor of Gaudentius and patron of his acts. 1 Hagar Handmaid of Sarah and mother of Ishmael. 1 Saumone Author or commentator cited regarding the death of Nilammon. 1 Alain III King of Brittany who venerated the yew tree of Vertou. 1 Aquilin Satellite or soldier who beheaded the saint. 1 Fra Angelico Famous painter who depicted the martyrs. 1 Similien Licentiate in letters who authored a scientific report on the fountain. 1 Thamyris Pagan fiancé of Thecla. 1 Titian Venetian painter who depicted the penitent thief. 1 Abondance Mother of Scholastica and Benedict. 1 Eustace II Count of Boulogne, suzerain of Hemfrid. 1 Curé of Vittel Author of the cited life of Saint Noitburge. 1 Héribert Rosweyde Hagiographer, author of the Vitae Patrum. 1 Pons III of Toulouse Count of Toulouse at the time of the saint's birth. 1 Narcissus Placed by Philip at the head of the Church in Arabia. 1 Robert Cenalis 16th-century historian and Bishop of Avranches. 1 Armand Jean du Plessis de Richelieu Chief minister to Louis XIII who offered a bishopric to Olier. 1 Privatus Soldier healed of an ulcer and baptized by Callixtus before his martyrdom. 1 Fulk Nerra Count of Anjou, mentioned in the debate regarding the attribution of certain letters. 1 Marquis de Lafayette Famous historical figure whose wife owned the land of Kermartin. 1 Niccolò Tuldo A young man condemned to death whom Catherine accompanies to his execution. 1 Father Rapine Historian who examined the saint's relics in 1624. 1 Jeanne Moreau A woman from Autun who saved the head of Saint Lazarus during the revolutionary desecration. 1 Saffarac Bishop of Paris whose trial was the subject of a council. 1 Abbé Chapin Author of the biographical source. 1 Dom Paul Piolin Author of the History of the Church of Le Mans. 1 Joachim d'Estaing Bishop of Clermont who presided over a translation of relics. 1 Consentius Recipient of Saint Augustine's book 'On Lying'. 1 Pabiel Destoulon Author of the Vita of the Saints of Cambrai and Arras. 1 Aiguiffe Religious of Fleury who brought back relics from Italy. 1 Abbé Paramelle Author of the source biography. 1 Antoine de Saint-Nectaire Bishop of Clermont who consecrated the chapel in 1571. 1 Gunda Woman miraculously punished for defying the prohibition against entering the church. 1 Jean-Baptiste Massillon Illustrious Bishop of Clermont who visited the sanctuary in 1727. 1 Leopold of Austria Bishop of Strasbourg who saved the relics. 1 Cardinal Mathieu Archbishop of Besançon in the 19th century. 1 Ernest Renan Writer and philosopher noted for his skepticism regarding miracles. 1 Giuseppe Maria Tommasi Author of a Roman Missal mentioning the saint. 1 Count of La Mothe-Brion Nobleman converted by the saint and witness to his missions. 1 Nivelon of Chérisy Bishop of Soissons who brought back the head of the saint from Constantinople. 1 Carius Religious who provided the biographical notice. 1 Eanfleda Daughter of Edwin, the first person baptized in Northumbria. 1 Matilda the Empress Wife of Emperor Henry V, donor of a dalmatic. 1 Ililisee Pious woman who buried the saint's body. 1 Isabella of Navarre Wife of Ferdinand of Aragon, devotee of the saint. 1 Fo Name used in the text to refer to the Buddha. 1 Mencius Mencius, a Confucian philosopher cited in doctrinal debates. 1 Alard Bishop of Cambrai who consecrated the monastery church. 1 Bernardin Biscia Roman judge questioned by Felix regarding his conscience. 1 Laurent Segni Father of Saint Agnes. 1 Mgr de Brunières Bishop of Grasse who ordained Jean-Joseph Allemand. 1 Saint Bathild Queen of France and regent mentioned in the historical context. 1 Abbé Aubert Source or author of the biographical notice. 1 Alfonso VIII of Castile King of Spain who supported the Order and received the prophecies of John. 1 Ferdinand of Bavaria Archbishop of Cologne who carried out the translation of the relics. 1 Prayre de Molines Author or source mentioned at the end of the text. 1 Hecca Servant of Bertolf and one of the assassins. 1 Quintus Priest elected bishop of Nola in place of Felix. 1 Modérias Governor of Aquitaine who ordered the martyrdom. 1 Trithemius Hagiographic author who utilized the sources of Gregory of Tours. 1 Engelhardt of Lanchaim Abbot and first biographer of the saint. 1 Raoul King of France who had the head of Saint Cyricus encased in gold. 1 Godefroid Henschen Bollandist who published the Acts of the saint. 1 Gratienne Esnault Purchaser of the church to save it from revolutionary demolition. 1 Ansemonde Predecessor of Hippolyte to the see of Belley. 1 Simeon Brother of Joseph held hostage in Egypt. 1 Eutolmius Count of the Orient who ordered the arrest and torture of the saints. 1 Holofernes Son of a King of Great Britain, betrothed to Ursula. 1 Ionique Pious widow who buried the saint's body in Valence. 1 Edward IV King of England present at the translation of 1272. 1 Hugh Pudsey Bishop of Durham whose brother had a chapel built for Godric. 1 Prappe of Gap Source or author cited at the end of the text. 1 Conan Meriadoc Breton leader mentioned to chronologically situate the saint's life. 1 Benno of Metz Bishop of Metz who restored the hermitage of Meinrad. 1 Jacques Callot Lorrain engraver who created a popular image of the saint. 1 Ephron Hittite who sold the cave of Machpelah to Abraham. 1 Socrates Greek philosopher cited by Procopius. 1 Maximilian I Holy Roman Emperor, member of the League of Cambrai. 1 Louis Philippe I King of the French at the time of the apparition. 1 Françoise Girard Pious woman who saved the reliquary of the saint's arm in 1794. 1 Ruques Archbishop of Besançon in the 11th century. 1 Amalarius Fortunatus Liturgical author during the reign of Louis the Pious. 1 Zama Leader of the Saracens who invaded Aquitaine. 1 Claude de Guise Lorraine nobleman who went on a pilgrimage after the Battle of Marignano. 1 Alexandre de Bretonvilliers Successor to Jacques Olier as pastor of Saint-Sulpice. 1 Lord of Moreuil Lieutenant-general of Louis the Young who brought the relics back to France. 1 Antoine Le Gentil Religious figure who saved relics during the French Revolution. 1 Pierre Corsini Parent of Andrea, Bishop of Volterra and future cardinal. 1 Suzanne Maternal or protective figure mentioned at the beginning of the text. 1 Louis de Villars Archbishop of Lyon who visited the relics in 1308. 1 Winoc Nephew and successor of Saint Josse. 1 Admiral de Coligny Huguenot leader responsible for the destruction of relics in 1570. 1 Le Bon Conventionnel responsible for the seizure of reliquaries in Montreuil in 1793. 1 Pierre-le-Nain Sub-prior of La Trappe and author of an essay on Cîteaux. 1 Bernabò Visconti Lord of Milan opposed to the Holy See. 1 Johannes Trithemius Author cited in the epigraph regarding obedience. 1 Saint Eucherius Bishop of Lyon who mentions the humility of Minutius Felix. 1 Seindebard Count of Toul miraculously healed by the saint. 1 Anollin Judge in Milan who condemned the saints. 1 Anne of Montferrat Noble protector of Catherine in Casale. 1 Guillaume Inhabitant of Saint-Omer who provided lodging for Bernard. 1 Charles X The last King of France to be anointed with the remains of the Holy Ampulla. 1 M. Le Mené Honorary canon in Vannes and author of the notice. 1 Joseph-Fabre Successor to Mazenod as Superior General of the Oblates. 1 Abbot Guy Abbot of Montieramey for whom Saint Bernard composed the office of Saint Victor. 1 Liétard Bishop of Cambrai between 1131 and 1137. 1 J. Aguirre Jesuit religious whose fate was predicted by Alphonsus. 1 Ni-Tson-Tchiang Christian from a distinguished family executed shortly before Paul. 1 Didymus the Blind Blind scholar of Alexandria consoled by Anthony. 1 Marie-Dominique-Auguste Sibour Archbishop of Paris present at the 1854 ceremony. 1 Mgr Bravard Bishop of Coutances and Avranches in the 19th century. 1 Princess Colona A Roman noblewoman with whom Felix exchanged spiritual words. 1 Ramnulf Bishop whose parents hunted near the hermitage. 1 Petronius Religious figure designated by Pachomius to succeed him. 1 Hocquillia Author of a 12th-century Latin poem on the saint's passion. 1 François Losa Author of the biography of Gregorio López. 1 Arnobius Christian apologist mentioned as a witness to the conversion of orators. 1 Duke Étienne Founder of a church in honor of Saint Valerie. 1 Madame de Broglie Author of the book of Christian Virtues. 1 Back to themes